If you’ve been around here for more than about 5 minutes, you’ve probably pieced together that I’m a fan of the natural world. Being a fan of nature, that means I’m also a big fan of national parks. Heck, I love them so much I even got married in one.
I’m also a fan of K-Deer’s striped leggings, so when they introduced a new stripe style that benefit America’s national parks, I was on that faster than you can say “public lands.”
The new stripes on the block are called Izzy stripe, which features an array of slightly muted jewel tones in K-Deer’s signature pattern. 5% of the proceeds from Izzy stripe sales go to the National Park Foundation, the nonprofit partner of United States national parks. All of K-Deers stripe styles support some sort of charity, and I was so happy to finally see one that benefits the natural world.
For my Izzy stripes, I ordered K-Deer’s new sneaker length. Since their full length leggings are ultra long, these are the perfect solution for shorties like me. I’m 5’3″ and these only have a tiny bit of extra fabric around the ankles. I purchased my usual XS. If you are between sizes, I recommend going with your larger size.
Like other K-Deer, the Izzy stripes are made of a swimsuit-like material. The fit is tight and you have to gradually work the material up your leg like pantyhose when you put them on. The material can snag and is sensitive to abrasive surfaces, but even after more than a year, I haven’t had any runs, tears, or other damage to the fabric befall any of my K-Deer tights. Depending on the pair, this material can vary in terms of coverage. For this pair, I prefer to wear skin-colored underwear since they can show through slightly in a squat or bend.
Since these are national park leggings, of course I *had* to wear them in a national park, and I got my chance when I spent some time in Utah earlier this month. These photos were taken in Zion National Park along the Pa’rus Trail. I have a whole bunch more I want to share from my Zion trip, but narrowing the photos down and editing them to my liking takes approximately an eternity. I’ll have more for you soon!
I’m also wearing Alala’s flyweight hoodie tee in charcoal. The heathered fabric on this top is ridiculously soft, and the dark grey color pairs well with anything. This color is from last season, but it’s still in stock at Carbon38 and Neiman Marcus. As you can see in the photos, this version of the flyweight is a bit longer than the original flyweight. This comfy and versatile top ended up being one of my favorite pieces from Alala’s fall collection. I would definitely recommend this particular color.
If you’d like to get yourself a pair of these leggings, K-Deer’s Izzy stripes are available in cropped length, sneaker/ankle length, and full length.
Thanks to you I just ordered my first pair of K-Deer tights! I had been browsing them for a bit, but the “slightly muted” and 4 different colored stripes pushed me over the edge. I got the crops as they’re more wearable for me. We still miss you at CFBC! <3 Ingrid!
Hooray, I hope you love them as much as I do! We’ll be leggings twins from afar. :) Thanks for your note–miss you all too! <3
Aahhhh finally a sneaker length k-deer. I had to look them up after they featured in your weekly outdoors for Feb. They are on my list for spring. I actually prefer the brighter tones of the Jamie stripe but as I already have the Jamie’s in the crop length, I’m going to have to decide which stripes I’d like in this length.
I’m so happy that the Izzy stripe was your calling and the charity supported is so close to your heart!
Yes, they’re similar to the Jamie stripes, but definitely don’t look alike when they’re next to each other. I have the Jamies in full length and these in ankle. But, I don’t think they’re too similar to have both, since they’re colors I wear *all* the time. :)
I’ve been eyeing K Deer leggings for a while now but I’m afraid to pull the trigger because of sizing. If I’m a solid 6 in Lulu pants, what do you think I’d be for K Deer? Thanks!!!
medium for sure
Agree. Medium for sure.
I can’t tell these apart from the Jamie stripe unless I look at images side by side.
They’re cute though, and a great cause!
Oh don’t worry, they aren’t really alike in person. :)
let’s talk about werkshop:)
floral nights!
Love those! But I went tiki for kicks…
Thankfully I’m safe from this capsule! There aren’t any I “need” so I’m sitting this one out. I still need a pair from the romance capsule anyway. :)
Also, while we’re all here (lol), I got a package from Alala yesterday! (I’m doing a post for them soon so they sent me some goods.) Of note: they totally changed their bottoms fabric. The tights are now made of a fully opaque, fully compressive fabric (I received the heroine and siren tights, not sure if it applies to ALL of them). Now it’s a polyamide/elastane blend that’s very similar to full-on luxtreme and Werkshop fabric. The extra compression also means they fit quite a bit tighter imo. I’m told it’s sourced from Italy, which is also where Werkshop gets theirs. Love ’em! Can’t wait for March 1 for when I’m “allowed” to wear my new things! :D
Is the hip waist ratio situation the same?? I have pretty much given up on Alala bottoms ever fitting me but maybe I should remain open-minded a bit longer??
Re: Werkshop – I had the opposite feeling – when Romance came out, I was totally safe, but I got a kick out of a couple of the island styles.
Re: Alala – This is great news. I was never a fan of their fabric before. I’m going to try them!
Hmmm I wouldn’t say I’m as tuned into noticing hip/waist ratios as you are, but my leaning is to say it’s similar to their other bottoms. Might still be worth a try though, since perhaps the new fabric will flex in ways the old fabric did not? Tough to say.
I adore the pattern/ colors on the Izzy stripe! They have been calling my name for the past few weeks… these would well in my wardrobe colors too. May bite the bullet soon! Love that the izzy supports national parks also. I have always liked hiking and visiting parks. Sneaker length is perfect for my vertically challenged height. They look great on you. Thank you!
Yup that was pretty much my exact thought process! :) I hope you love them if you get them!
LOVE these – I’ve been eyeing them off. I was wondering how the sneaker length fits – I’m a little shorter than you so think I will go for the capri :)
I love both lengths so you really can’t go wrong either way. :) I hope you love them too!
I’ve been eyeing these but their shipping kills me! Does anyone have a discount code maybe?
I believe you get 10% off when you sign up for email.
Also – I don’t know what size you are, but I am a M (6 in Lulu… S or M in other brands), and their kids XL fits me better than the adult version. The kids has a slightly lower rise and an inseam similar to sneaker length. They are also half the price. I wouldn’t mind paying the adult price cause I love them, but truly the kids fit better.
Yes, you can get the email signup discount but I don’t know of any others right now. They will occasionally do a random free shipping promo but they’re not very common.
Issy stripe is cute. And it fits with your style so well.
Iwear Lulu size 8 but select Kdeer size M. Coz I dislike loose feeling. I just order the vibrant Josephine stripe legging for summer vacay in Thailand.
I love the Josephine stripes, I’ve been wanting a pair too! I agree, they’ll be perfect for vacation, enjoy!! :)